Treculia

noun

Tre·​cu·​lia

trə̇ˈkyülēə

: a small genus of African trees and shrubs (family Moraceae) having undivided coriaceous leaves, dioecious flowers, and large edible fruits see breadfruit

Word History

Etymology

New Latin, from Auguste A. L. Trécul †1896 French botanist + New Latin -ia

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